Borga Sanir
Real Estate & Store Development
Istanbul,34
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Real Estate & Store Development Coordinator
PVH
03.2022 - Current
- Defining and executing development plans, driving excellence in real estate management and optimizing portfolio performance.
- Managing relationships with brokers, landlords, and stakeholders, leading effective collaboration throughout the real estate lifecycle, from site selection to store opening.
- Overseeing facility management to ensure operational efficiency, proactively addressing maintenance needs, optimizing costs, and enhancing the quality of service across the portfolio.
- Continuously assessing and managing the existing portfolio, including openings, refits, relocations, and closures, to maximize profitability and brand visibility.
- Investigating, negotiating, and finalizing deals for new locations across different business models, ensuring alignment with market conditions and company goals.
- Leading capex management and construction projects, coordinating tender processes, optimizing project budgets, and ensuring high-quality delivery within set timelines.
- Preparing and managing legal agreements in collaboration with legal teams and relevant departments, ensuring compliance and favorable terms.
- Developing and overseeing project P&L/capex in partnership with finance, analyzing financial performance, and implementing strategies to exceed targets, with regular presentations to senior management.
- Coordinating multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and on-budget completion, while aligning outcomes with strategic objectives.
- Monitoring and optimizing portfolio databases, handling location onboarding and key contractual dates, such as renewals and terminations.
- Conducting risk assessments and generating reports, providing actionable insights and updates to key stakeholders, including C-level executives.
Leasing & Concept Development Specialist
JLL, Jones Lang LaSalle
04.2020 - 04.2022
- Defined target groups and developed general concepts tailored to specific locations, enhancing the strategic positioning of retail spaces.
- Managed and actively participated in leasing activities for a diverse shop portfolio, ensuring optimal occupancy rates and tenant satisfaction.
- Led complex negotiations on behalf of clients, employing advanced negotiation tactics and preparing detailed quantitative analyses and financial feasibility reports.
- Created and updated comprehensive portfolio presentations for investors, showcasing potential returns and strategic advantages.
- Conducted in-depth financial analyses, including 5-year cash flow projections, budgeting, and financial modeling, with a focus on the Galataport Istanbul Project.
- Monitored market developments and performed analyses to identify new business opportunities, contributing to strategic growth initiatives.
- Conducted feasibility studies based on potential brand mix and profit/loss estimation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market trends.
- Maintained consistency and clarity in all communications and documentation, ensuring a professional and error-free presentation.
Business Development & Marketing Jr.Specialist
Turyap Group
Istanbul
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Developed an international business expansion strategy.
- Assisted with creating and executing marketing plans to initiate sales opportunities and built brand awareness through public relations, sponsorship, advertising, and direct marketing campaigns.
- Supported foreign investor clients in analyzing vital information about government zoning rules and regulations, future property values, taxes, population growth, and traffic volume around the property.
- Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities/condition and the negotiation process of real estate transactions.
Control and Quality Engineer
FREYSSINET INTERNATIONAL & CIE
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed and standardized a technical report format for non-conforming site implementations, enhancing the efficiency of corrective action requests.
- Enhanced communication skills by actively coordinating with multinational teams and the client (Hyundai E&C), resulting in expedited transaction processes.
- Managed and trained team members to ensure overall quality, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Created and implemented control charts, establishing a robust tracking system for the calibration of exclusive construction tools.
- Spearheaded quality assurance initiatives, leading to a 15% reduction in non-conformance incidents on the project.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, improving project timelines and outcomes.
- Maintained consistency in documentation and reporting, ensuring clarity and professionalism in all communications.
- Diligently proofread all technical documents to ensure accuracy and error-free presentation.
Education
Master of Science - Management of Built Environment (Real Estate Mgmt)
Politecnico Di Milano
Milano 10.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineer
Yeditepe University
Istanbul 01.2011 - 02.2015
Skills
Computer Skills:
MS Office 365 Professional (proficiency level),
Microsoft Excel (proficiency level), MS Project (intermediate level),
AutoCAD 2D (good level), Archibus (intermediate level)
Associations:
Turkish-Italian Polimi Student Association - Milan (President)
Rotaract Club (Rotary International youth program) (Former Member)
Lions Club International - Ankara, TURKEY (Former Member)
Certifications:
- Real Estate Appraisal LicenseSPK (Capital Markets Board of Turkey)
- Commercial Real Estate Financial ModellingColumbia University Online Education
- Project Management for Beginners (45 PMP/PgMP PDUs) Project Management Institute
Achievements:
Holder of Success Scholarship for both Master and Bachelor Degree
Chosen to represent the 600 Turkish student population in all Polimi Campuses
Accomplishments
- Holder of Success Scholarship for both Master and Bachelor Degree.
- Chosen to represent the 600 Turkish student population in all PolimiCampuses.
Timeline
Real Estate & Store Development Coordinator
PVH
03.2022 - Current
Leasing & Concept Development Specialist
JLL, Jones Lang LaSalle
04.2020 - 04.2022
Business Development & Marketing Jr.Specialist
Turyap Group
02.2019 - 10.2019
Master of Science - Management of Built Environment (Real Estate Mgmt)
Politecnico Di Milano
10.2016 - 01.2019
Control and Quality Engineer
FREYSSINET INTERNATIONAL & CIE
06.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineer
Yeditepe University
01.2011 - 02.2015